Debate on the Shamrock Legend and Irish Symbol
A long wary essay argues the shamrock myth is likely a legend not from Saint Patrick and that the trefoil symbol predates Christianity. It traces origins to sacred plant beliefs, Pliny, and ancient uses, noting Irish reverence and seasonal customs linked to Mary and St Patrick’s day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moore
Pliny
Ciisil
Hoy
Pat
Vink
Thi
Shane
Treland
Saint Tavar
Mt Shamrock
Nua
The Shamrock in Irish History and Song
A fragmentary historical sketch surveys the shamrock as Irish symbol, noting debates on its age and use in postage stamps and coins. It cites critics from London papers and references songs like The Green Little Shamrock of Ireland, tracing emblem lore through political and cultural echoes.
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Qwestion
Sylon
London
Ministry of Finance
Trish
Viamrock
Viki
Dineloy
Im Hin
St. Patrick's
Bae
Blicdwth'y
Monnthiny
Eran
Ireland
Cherry
Shield
Db Gerener
Drury- Law
Dublin
Manilla Dixciet Tunis Association meets for season
The general committee met at Mechanic's Institute on Saturday night with six of seven clubs represented. Six nominations were listed for Saturday and Wednesday competitions across six events. Mackenzie City set to begin April 6, and the Grips competition on April 9. Dunlop balls adopted for first round. clubs to report on autoprivnnant changes. Selection and judges named. efforts to build courts discussed. delegates appointed to seek municipal support. Junior players debated. plan for school children tournaments under age limits proposed for May end. trophies donated by Mr GC N Scott for boys doubles girls doubles and mixed doubles.
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Manilla Dixciet Tunis Association
Diet Iaue Ubis
Mechanic's Institute
Mackensle
Church of England
Corella
Buena Vista
Presbyterian
Grip
Elliott's
Elliott’s
Makenzie
Grips
Amminder
Enn
W. D. Harley
M. Howe
G. B. Walmley
Shepherd
W. D. Hartley
W. J. Coupland
WD. Hartley
AL 4
Watts
Messrs
F.maynard
CN. Scott
J. N. Kennedy
W. D. Bartley
W. O'Connell
Manilla
Junsior
WWE
Oerder
Mir GC
N. Scott
Fire Brigade Rescues Rowand Street Blaze in Manila
A Manila fire alarm drew a large crowd as the brigade in uniform arrived promptly at Mr B G Anstey’s Rowan Street home to fight a building engulfed in flames. Despite the blaze, adjacent weatherboard houses owned by V Abberfield and others were saved. the Ansteys had just left to watch the Brisbane-bound train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manilla
Wni
BG Anstey
Rowan Street
Nickly
Mrs. Anstey
Brisbane
Reduced 30 lbs At Age 60 Inches From Kruschen Salts Claim
An advertisement-style testimonial describes a 60 year old woman who lost 30 pounds after taking Kruschen Salts. It claims the product targets internal fat, improves appetite, energy, and digestion, with no specific medical endorsements and a price of 20 pence per bottle.
Old Houses by Ruby Doyle Remembers Country Homes
The author recalls childhood impressions of grandparents’ colonial Clevedon home in Griffinford with its garden, aviary, vines, and brick wind cellar. She also describes Rocky Fill near Dunwog, stone walls, riverside willows, and distant Cary’s Peak, noting vanished cockatoos and still heard kookaburras at dawn and dusk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Doyle
Clevedon
Greaford
Dunwog
Cary’s Peak
Kookaburras
Eskimos Aid Arctic Science Mission On Wrangel Island
The Eskimos of Wrangel Island cooperate with scientist Mingey and wife sharing skins snow and birds without payment. They introduce hygiene practices, teach cooking meat, and help with sewing clothes while living simply. They plan a five year return voyage amid Arctic exploration. A separate note describes a strange storm fish near the Diggers Camp with vivid measurements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wrangel Island
Arctic
London “Daily
Herald
M. Mingeyey
Mingeyer
Wramuel Island
Mme
Mingeyey
al Taland
Manilla Municipal Council Report and Notices
The Town Clerk reports objections to valuations expired on the 18th and notices of land transfers, including Lot 10 Section A D P 4070 Arthur Street Manilla. A revenue summary shows receipts of £144 19s 8d across funds with arrears included. Notifiable disease case of typhoid reported on Court Street. emergency relief works include lavatories at the showground road works and tree trimming in Strafford and Rowan streets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur
Manilla
E. W. Tradix
Court Street
Connell
Noor
Strafford Street
Strafford
Rowan Streets
Poket Gate
Rovrantion
Wong and Jawal at AIG Sales Sparks Colonial Imagery
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Wong below wills at AIG sales and Jawal fishing enthusiasts mislabeling a catch as a Red Indian Fish. It mentions a sea horse and a vessel washed ashore. Sir Mato Campbell reportedly finished a speed record attempt for the year, with plans to leave for Amor land on March 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wong
Aig
Jawal
Mato Campbell
Amor Land
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Aunt Mary
Liverpool
PS. 1
E Jin
Hin Specia
PSB
AML. & F. Co, Uid
Sydney
Commonwealth Savings Bank of
Hustratta
Cline OF the
Abenad
Ghmoreg
BUPFL
A. OC
Veness
Roy Morell
Lou Manilla
Lorsure
Cassis Pinvuerle
Cosme Cevtlseate
Swodart and Hayward Ltd
Helen Bupverso
Saver
Shefier
Melbourne
Clardiner
Helen
Neell
Teton
Ter
Titan Mindy
Pheerniaen
Houveiot Piegie Rover Ctaly
Filton Tone Wight
Ruby Doyle
Eskimos
Council
Ormel
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